2023 HYUNDAI I20 tow

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When towing your vehicle in an
emergency without wheel dollies:
1. Place the ignition switch in the ACC
position.
2. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
Failure to place the shift lever in N
(Neutral) may cause internal damage to
the transmission.
Removable towing hook
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1. Open the tailgate, and remove the
towing hook from the tool case.
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2. Remove the hole cover by pressing
the lower part of the cover on the
bumper.
3. Install the towing hook by turning it
clockwise into the hole until it is fully
secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install
the cover after use.

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Emergency situations
Emergency towing
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If towing is necessary, we recommend
you have it done by a HYUNDAI
authorised repairer or a commercial tow
truck service.
If towing service is not available in
an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook
at the front (or rear) of the vehicle.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle with a cable or chain. A driver
must be in the vehicle to steer it and
operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done
only on hard-surfaced roads for a short
distance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, power train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
The driver must be in the vehicle for
steering and braking operations when
the vehicle is being towed. Passengers
other than the driver must not be in the
vehicle.
Always follow these emergency towing
precautions:

[Place the ignition switch in the ACC
position so the steering wheel is not
locked.

[Place the shift lever in N (Neutral).

[Release the parking brake.

[Depress the brake pedal with more
force than normal since you will have
reduced braking performance.

[More steering effort will be required
because the power steering system
will be disabled.

[Use a vehicle heavier than your own to
tow your vehicle.

[The drivers of both vehicles should
communicate with each other
frequently.

[Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged.

[Fasten the towing cable or chain
securely to the hook.

[Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and
even force.

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[Use a towing cable or chain less than 5
m (16 feet) long. Attach a white or red
cloth (about 30cm (12 inches) in width)
in the middle of the cable or chain for
easy visibility.

[Drive carefully so the towing cable or
chain remains tight during towing.

[Before towing, check the automatic
transmission/dual clutch transmission
for fluid leaks under your vehicle.
If the automatic transmission fluid is
leaking, flatbed equipment or a towing
dolly must be used.
NOTICE
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle
in a slow and gradual manner whilst
maintaining tension on the tow rope
or chain to start or drive the vehicle,
otherwise tow hooks and the vehicle
may be damaged.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to your vehicle and
vehicle components when towing:

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using the towing hooks. Do not pull
from the side or at a vertical angle.

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a vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.

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(15 km/h) and drive less than 1
mile (1.5 km) when towing to avoid
serious damage to transmission. (for
Automatic transmission/Dual clutch
transmission)

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speed of 15 mph (25 km/h) or less
within the distance of 12 miles (20
km). (for Manual transmission/
Intelligent manual transmission)

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Emergency situations
Your vehicle is equipped with
emergency commodities to help you
respond to emergency situation.
Fire extinguisher
If there is small fire and you know how
to use the fire extinguisher, follow these
steps carefully.
1. Pull out the safety pin at the top of
the extinguisher that keeps the handle
from being accidentally pressed.
2. Aim the nozzle towards the base of
the fire.
3. Stand approximately 2.5 m (8 ft) away
from the fire and squeeze the handle
to discharge the extinguisher. If you
release the handle, the discharge will
stop.
4. Sweep the nozzle back and forth at
the base of the fire. After the fire
appears to be out, watch carefully
since it may re-ignite.
First aid kit
Supplies for use in giving first aid such
as scissors, bandage and adhesive tape,
etc. are provided.
Triangle reflector
Place the triangle reflector on the road
to warn oncoming vehicles during
emergencies, when the vehicle is parked
by the roadside due to problems.
Tyre pressure gauge
Tyres normally lose some air in day-to-
day use, and you may have to add a air
periodically and usually it is not a sign
of a leaking tyre, but of normal wear.
Always check tyre pressure when the
tyres are cold because tyre pressure
increases with temperature.
To check the tyre pressure, take the
following steps:
1. Unscrew the inflation valve cap that is
located on the rim of the tyre.
2. Press and hold the gauge against the
tyre valve. Some air will leak as you
begin and more will leak if you don’t
press the gauge firmly.
3. A firm non-leaking push will activate
the gauge.
4. Read the tyre pressure on the gauge
to see whether the tyre pressure is
low or high.
5. Adjust the tyre pressure to the
specified pressure. Refer to “Tyres and
Wheels” in chapter 2.
6. Reinstall the inflation valve cap.
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Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of
the following conditions apply.
If any of the following conditions apply, you must follow the Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions.

[Repeated driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature
or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature

[Low speed driving for long distances

[Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads

[Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather

[Driving in heavy dust condition

[Driving in heavy traffic areas

[Driving on an uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly

[Towing a trailer or using a camper, or driving with loads on the roof

[Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing

[Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration

[Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition

[Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower
grade spec, etc.)
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace or
refill more frequently than Normal Maintenance Schedule which is provided in your
Service Booklet.
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WARNING
Do not remove a radiator cap/
engine coolant reservoir cap.

[Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap/engine coolant reservoir cap
whilst the engine is operating or hot.

[Doing so might lead to cooling
system failure and engine damage
and could result in serious personal
injury from escaping hot coolant or
steam.

[Turn the engine off and wait until
it cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap/
engine coolant reservoir cap. Wrap
a thick towel around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to the first
stop. Step back whilst the pressure is
released from the cooling system.
[When you are sure all the pressure
has been released, press down on the
cap, using a thick towel, and continue
turning counterclockwise to remove
it.

[Even if the engine is not operating,
do not remove the radiator cap/
engine coolant reservoir cap or the
drain plug whilst the engine and
radiator are hot. Hot coolant and
steam may still blow out under
pressure, causing serious injury.
WARNING
The electric motor (cooling
fan) is controlled by engine
coolant temperature,
refrigerant pressure and
vehicle speed.
It may sometimes operate even when
the engine is not running. Use extreme
caution when working near the blades
of the cooling fan so that you are not
injured by a rotating fan blades. As the
engine coolant temperature decreases,
the electric motor will automatically
shut off. This is a normal condition.
The electric motor (cooling fan) may
operate until you disconnect the
negative battery cable.

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NOTICE

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compartment including high pressure
water washing may cause the failure
of electrical circuits located in the
engine compartment.

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to come in contact with electrical/
electronic components inside the
vehicle as this may damage them.
NOTICE
Matte paint finish vehicle
(if equipped)
Automatic car wash which uses
rotating brushes should not be used
as this can damage the surface of your
vehicle. A steam cleaner which washes
the vehicle surface at high temperature
may result the oil to adhere and leave
stains that is difficult to remove.
Use a soft cloth (e.g. microfiber towel
or sponge) when washing your vehicle
and dry with a microfiber towel. When
you handwash your vehicle, you should
not use a cleaner that finishes with
wax. If the vehicle surface is too dirty
(sand, dirt, dust, contaminant, etc.),
clean the surface with water before
washing the car.
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Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle
before waxing. Use a good quality
liquid or paste wax, and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all
metal trim to protect it and to maintain
its luster. Removing oil, tar, and similar
materials with a spot remover will
usually strip the wax from the finish. Be
sure to re-wax these areas even if the
rest of the vehicle does not yet need
waxing.
NOTICE

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a dry cloth will scratch the finish.

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cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or anodized
aluminium parts. This may result in
damage to the protective coating
and cause discolouration or paint
deterioration.
NOTICE
Matte paint finish vehicle
(if equipped)
Do not use any polish protector such as
a detergent, an abrasive and a polish.
In case wax is applied, remove the wax
immediately using a silicon remover
and if any tar or tar contaminant is on
the surface, use a tar remover to clean.
However, be careful not to apply too
much pressure on the painted area.